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The Nara Daimonji Okuribi Festival

A large bonfire illuminates the night in Nara, honoring those who have passed away and praying for peace.

  • Central Area
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The Nara Daimonji Okuribi Festival

Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony (Shika no Tsunokiri)

Traditional event for 340 years, symbolizing coexistence between deer and Nara's people.

  • Central Area
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Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony (Shika no Tsunokiri)

Chugen Mantoro Festival／Kasugataisha Shrine

Some 3,000 lanterns glowing with light

  • Central Area
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Chugen Mantoro Festival／Kasugataisha Shrine

A repentance ceremony that has continued for more than 1270 years: Shuni-e／Todaiji Temple

Traditional event heralding the arrival of spring in Nara

  • Central Area
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A repentance ceremony that has continued for more than 127…

Wakakusa Yamayaki

Traditional spectacular event heralding spring's arrival

  • Central Area
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Wakakusa Yamayaki

Summer Deer Gathering 'Shikayose'／Tobihino

  • Central Area
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Summer Deer Gathering 'Shikayose'／Tobihino

Winter Deer Gathering 'Shikayose'／Tobihino

  • Central Area
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Winter Deer Gathering 'Shikayose'／Tobihino

Jizo-e Manto Kuyo / Gangoji Temple

Thousands of stone lanterns and candles are creating a beautiful and tranquil atmosphere.

  • Central Area
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Jizo-e Manto Kuyo / Gangoji Temple

Nara Tokae Festival (2024)

The ancient capital's nights are illuminated with fantastic lights

  • Central Area
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Nara Tokae Festival (2024)

Busshō-e / Todaiji Temple

Celebrating the birthday of Gautama Buddha

  • Central Area
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Busshō-e / Todaiji Temple

Shomu-Tenno-Sai／Todaiji Temple

Praising the virtues of Emperor Shomu in the anniversary of his death.

  • Central Area
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Shomu-Tenno-Sai／Todaiji Temple

Uneme-matsuri Festival / Uneme Shrine

The festival on the harvest moon comforts the spirit of the court lady who sank into the pond.

  • Central Area
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Uneme-matsuri Festival / Uneme Shrine

Kasuga Wakamiya Onmatsuri (Festival)

Witness the traditional Shinto rituals and processions that have been practiced uninterrupted for 900 years.

  • Central Area
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Kasuga Wakamiya Onmatsuri (Festival)

Spring Deer Gathering 'Shikayose'／Tobihino

  • Central Area
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Spring Deer Gathering 'Shikayose'／Tobihino

Takigi O-Noh A mysterious world lit by firelight

The origins of Japanese takigi-noh: a traditional performing art with over 1,000 years of history

  • Central Area
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Takigi O-Noh A mysterious world lit by firelight

〈cancel〉Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated at night: Saho River Kawaji Sakura Festival

  • Western Area
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〈cancel〉Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated …

Meiji-sai/Bunka no hi Manyo Gagaku-kai / Kasugataisha Shrine

Enjoy traditional Bugaku and Gagaku court music and dance!

  • Central Area
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Meiji-sai/Bunka no hi Manyo Gagaku-kai / Kasugataisha Shri…

Kasuga no Otondo / Tobihino, Kasugataisha Shrine grounds

Old charms and amulets are burned in a grand ceremony

  • Central Area
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Kasuga no Otondo / Tobihino, Kasugataisha Shrine grounds

Manju Festival／Rin-jinja Shrine

Confectioners from throughout Japan offer their signature sweets to the gods.

  • Central Area
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Manju Festival／Rin-jinja Shrine

Uchiwa-maki／Toshodai-ji Temple

Heart-shaped hosen fans dancing in the air

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Uchiwa-maki／Toshodai-ji Temple

Kanbutsu-e / Flower Festival

Memorial service to celebrate the birthday of Buddha.

  • Central Area
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Kanbutsu-e / Flower Festival

Plum Blossom Viewing Festival/Oiwake Plum Grove

  • Western Area
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Plum Blossom Viewing Festival/Oiwake Plum Grove

Tsukigase Baikei Plum Blossom Festival /Tsukigase

Enjoy the beautiful plum blossoms in the valley.

  • Eastern Area
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Tsukigase Baikei Plum Blossom Festival /Tsukigase

Nehan-e (Nirvana Ceremony) / Futaiji Temple

Traditional Buddhist ceremony honoring the Buddha's passing

  • Western Area
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Nehan-e (Nirvana Ceremony) / Futaiji Temple

Observe and try your hand at traditional calligraphy brush and ink making：Nara Brush Festival／Sugawara Tenmangu Shrine

  • Western Area
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Observe and try your hand at traditional calligraphy brush…

Nara Craft Beer Festival

Beer festival bringing together all the craft breweries located in Nara

  • Central Area
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Nara Craft Beer Festival

Shusho-e / Yakushiji Temple

Repenting the sins of the previous year and praying for good fortune in the new year

  • Western Area
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Shusho-e / Yakushiji Temple

Setsubun-e (Setsubun Festival) / Gangoji Temple

Join a purification ceremony and the "Mamemaki" event, where roasted beans are thrown to welcome good fortune.

  • Central Area
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Setsubun-e (Setsubun Festival) / Gangoji Temple

Hojo-e / Kohfukuji Temple

Out of respect for all living creatures, fish will be released back into the water.

  • Central Area
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Hojo-e / Kohfukuji Temple

Shikai Annon Memorial Service / Kairyuoji Temple

Ceremony aims to pray for world's peace and tranquility.

  • Western Area
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Shikai Annon Memorial Service / Kairyuoji Temple
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